Great River Technology, Inc · 5 months ago
Principal Engineer - Airborne Hardware
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expGreat River Technology (GRT) is searching for a Principal Hardware Engineer to serve as a Subject Matter Expert in ARINC 818 digital video interface design within the aerospace domain. The successful candidate will lead hardware development initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with aerospace certification standards.
AerospaceElectronics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary technical authority for all aspects of ARINC 818 design, including Fibre Channel protocols, video formats, timing, and link integrity
Lead the architectural definition, detailed design, and implementation of ARINC 818 interfaces for advanced avionics systems
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures for ARINC 818 compliance, robustness, and performance validation, often leveraging custom test rigs and advanced instrumentation
Pioneer and refine simulation methodologies for ARINC 818 links, including model development, analysis of signal integrity, and performance prediction in complex system environments
Design, develop, and verify complex VHDL code for high-performance FPGAs (e.g., Xilinx) used in mission-critical aerospace applications
Expertise in FPGA architecture, floor planning, timing closure, synthesis, and place and route optimization for challenging aerospace requirements
Implement digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and video processing pipelines within FPGAs
Develop comprehensive verification environments using VHDL, UVM, or other appropriate methodologies to ensure design integrity and functional correctness
Lead the full lifecycle hardware development for airborne electronic systems, from requirements definition and conceptual design through detailed design, integration, verification, and production support
Conduct in-depth analysis of power consumption, component stress, worst-case tolerances, and reliability for critical hardware components
Collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, including Systems Engineering, Software Development, and Manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level hardware engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
Deep understanding and proven experience with aerospace certification standards
Contribute to the generation and review of airworthiness documentation, including hardware design plans, technical requirements, functional specifications, design specifications, qualification test plans and reports
Ensure designs adhere to industry best practices, internal standards, and regulatory requirements
Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex hardware issues, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and methodologies
Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and research in digital video, high-speed interfaces, and FPGA technology to drive innovation
Propose and implement design improvements for existing products, focusing on quality, cost reduction, and component obsolescence management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in hardware design and development within the aerospace or defense industry
Demonstrable deep expertise and a recognized subject matter expert in ARINC 818 design, testing, and simulation
Extensive experience with VHDL for complex FPGA development in aerospace applications
Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor engineering teams
Strong understanding of digital circuit design principles, high-speed digital interfaces, and signal integrity
Proficiency with electronic design automation (EDA) tools for schematic capture, simulation (e.g., ModelSim/QuestaSim, Vivado Simulator), and FPGA development (e.g., Xilinx, Vivado)
Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative, and highly regulated environment
Preferred
Experience with other aerospace data bus standards
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches and tools (e.g., SysML/Cameo)
Experience with Python or other scripting languages for test automation and data analysis
Company
Great River Technology, Inc
Aerospace engineers worldwide tap our experience and products to simplify design, implementation, and testing of mission-critical video and data transmission.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase